Margaret Pemba
Washington
Summary
Accomplished Learning & Development Specialist with a proven track record at the Foreign Service Institute, enhancing U.S. Diplomats and military personnel's training through innovative e-learning programs. Expert in digital learning design and LMS administration, I boosted engagement by 30%. Skilled in program management and cross-functional team leadership, I drive strategic initiatives and stakeholder engagement to achieve exceptional outcomes.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Learning & Development Specialist (Military & Diplomats)
Foreign Service Institute (FSI) / ICLS
03.2022 - Current
- Needed to enhance language and cultural training for U.S
- Diplomats and military personnel
- Design engaging, tech-driven curricula integrated into LMS platforms
- Developed customized e-learning programs, trained personnel, and optimized learning tools
- Increased LMS engagement by 30%, improving training retention rates
- Developed curriculum and facilitated online learning platforms
- Designed interactive e-learning modules and multimedia content
- Provided training in digital teaching methodologies
Project Manager
TV Production - Female in Power Before Colonization
03.2024 - 08.2024
- Led a global documentary project to highlight historical female leadership before colonization
- Oversee pre-production, filming, post-production, and content distribution while ensuring cultural authenticity
- Managed 10+ professionals, coordinated international logistics, and negotiated with Netflix & streaming platforms
- Produced a high-quality documentary and secured interest from potential distributors
- Directed the documentary from concept to post-production
- Managed budgets, scheduling, and resource allocation
- Negotiated with stakeholders for content marketability
Lead Executive Producer
Augustana Lutheran Church
Washington
07.2021 - 07.2022
- The church sought to expand its digital presence and engage a broader audience through digital content
- Develop and execute a digital media strategy to enhance outreach and engagement
- Spearheaded digital content production, including live-streaming, video production, and website content management
- Developed and implemented a social media strategy targeting audience engagement and digital growth
- Increased audience engagement by 40%, improved content visibility, and enhanced digital outreach
- Managed all aspects of digital media production and content distribution
- Enhanced live-streaming capabilities, improving accessibility to virtual audiences
- Developed and maintained a social media strategy, boosting engagement and audience retention
Head of Media Department
Rebirth Christian Center
Gaithersburg
12.2014 - 07.2020
- The church required a more structured and modernized media approach to improve digital outreach
- Oversee the digital media strategy, video production, and training initiatives for the media team
- Implemented Adobe Creative Suite training, developed digital storytelling techniques, and managed video production and script translations
- Led a team in executing digital projects aligned with the church’s goals
- Enhanced content quality, streamlined media production workflows, and improved audience engagement
- Managed the church’s digital media production and online outreach strategies
- Trained media team members in Adobe Creative Suite and digital storytelling
- Coordinated video production, script translation, and distribution to improve content quality
TV Producer
DCTV
Washington
08.2013 - 05.2015
- The production needed a structured approach to enhance content quality and streamline post-production processes
- Oversee scriptwriting, filming, and post-production while ensuring compliance with content regulations
- Supervised a production team, managed script development, coordinated filming schedules, and ensured all materials met copyright and content standards
- Successfully produced a compelling TV show with increased viewership and compliance with broadcast regulations
- Led a production team in executing high-quality video content
- Ensured all content met legal and regulatory standards
- Managed post-production, script development, and content distribution
Correspondent Writer/Associate Producer
France USA Media & France 2
New York
05.2011 - 10.2013
- Supported international news production, providing translations and editorial assistance
- Assist crews in scripting, translation, and post-production quality control
- Edited footage using Final Cut Pro & Adobe Premiere, translated news segments, and conducted interviews
- Delivered high-quality news reports with enhanced accuracy and global reach
- Managed administrative tasks related to TV production
- Provided scripts, translations, and quality control
- Edited using Final Cut Pro, Adobe Premiere, and other software
- Conducted interviews for news features
Education
Master of Arts - Journalism & Communications
University of Paris 12
Bachelor’s Degree - Media Strategy Plan & Advertising
University of Paris 12
Skills
- Program & Project Management
- Strategic Leadership & Cross-Functional Team Management
- Digital Learning & Instructional Design
- LMS Administration & E-learning Development
- Digital Media & Content Creation
- Stakeholder Engagement & Public Affairs Communication
- Budget & Resource Management
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Microsoft Office & Online Collaboration Tools
- LMS Platforms
- Adobe Creative Cloud
- Public Affairs & Communications Tools
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Online Collaboration Tools
Timeline
Project Manager
TV Production - Female in Power Before Colonization
03.2024 - 08.2024
Learning & Development Specialist (Military & Diplomats)
Foreign Service Institute (FSI) / ICLS
03.2022 - Current
Lead Executive Producer
Augustana Lutheran Church
07.2021 - 07.2022
Head of Media Department
Rebirth Christian Center
12.2014 - 07.2020
TV Producer
DCTV
08.2013 - 05.2015
Correspondent Writer/Associate Producer
France USA Media & France 2
05.2011 - 10.2013
Master of Arts - Journalism & Communications
University of Paris 12
Bachelor’s Degree - Media Strategy Plan & Advertising
University of Paris 12
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